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Review on Women'S Racerback Sports Bra - High Impact Support For Yoga, Gym Workout & Fitness With Padded Seamless Design. by David Richardson

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Comfy fit after ditching the padding

I got this in the racerback in turquoise. Have to say, I love this color. I've been sidelined for the past 18 months due to various shoulder and knee surgeries and then a staph infection and really need to get serious with workouts now that I'm finally getting back to normal. Between steroids, antibiotics, appetite issues due to meds, and being off my feet (and my healthy foods) for months, I've lost flexibility and added pounds that need to be addressed. In pulling out my old sport bras, I realized that they were truly on their last legs - losing color, creaky, and staying stinky even after washing. But, it's so frustrating to shop for fitness clothing when you are a plus size because no one makes things that fit people larger than size 16. I'm pretty much a 2X these days, but bra tops are really challenging because, unlike many reviewers here who have smaller band sizes and large cup sizes, I'm the reverse - larger band size but only a B cup. I liked that the sizing included a range of both band and cup combinations. According to the chart, I needed a 2XL which is what I ordered. When I first put it on, I could not get it to sit right because of the pads (weirdly stiff and completely at odds with the way I'm built). Then I found that nifty gap to pull out the padded cups that are inside and success! I will say that it fits a little on the small side - I need to drop 15 pounds before this one will fit well. But, I'm keeping it for my fitness journey and just ordered a three-pack in the next size up to ensure a truly comfortable fit for these first few months of getting back into shape. I noticed that other reviewers said no weird odor and I would agree. It does, however, come pretty heavily scented (as do so many clothing items these days) which is hard for me as I am highly allergic to fragrance of any sort. It's just the sizing chemicals they use which I know will wash right out, so down the laundry chute it went. Best thing is I know Ebay will stand behind this if the scent doesn't wash out and will let me return it, so no harm, no foul. Anyway, this is a really nice sport bra. The multi-pack is a real cost saver - 3 for the price of 2 - so worthwhile to go with a multi-pack if you're serious about getting this bra.

Pros
  • Professional & Supportive
Cons
  • It may not be suitable for high-intensity interval training